Male menopause

ANDROPAUSE

Also known as the andropause, male menopause describes a range of conditions, from changes in mood to erectile problems

About

Male menopause refers to a variety of symptoms caused by low levels of testosterone — the male sex hormone vital to maintaining sexual and reproductive health. Around half of men over the age of 50 have low levels of testosterone in their bloodstream. We offer a wide range of treatments that can help.

Need to know

Symptoms of andropause

Symptoms of andropause can be divided into three areas: sexual, psychological and somatic (those affecting the body in general).

Sexual

reduced sex drive
poor erections
impaired ejaculation
shrunken testicles

Psychological

irritability
passivity
low self-esteem or a depressed mood
poor memory and concentration
fatigue, tiredness and sleep problems

Somatic

weakness and loss of strength
reduced muscle mass
increased abdominal fat and girth
sweats and hot flushes
aching joints and muscles
dry skin
reduced body hair
beard growth
insomnia
nervousness

Screening and diagnosis

Men with symptoms of andropause can be diagnosed with a simple blood test. After receiving the results, your consultant will talk to you about your symptoms. They'll also explain how HCA Healthcare UK can help.

Potential treatment options

Your consultant urologist will discuss your treatment options with you to help you find out which is right for you.

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